Blog Tag - summer

New Tacos, Burgers, Pizza and More on These Summer Menus
We're fully in the throes of summer here in Beijing, and with the season also comes new summer menus. This year, there are some really delectable...
Mandarin Monday: Essential Vocab to Survive the Beijing Summer
Summer (夏天 xiàtiān) in Beijing is nothing short of intense. But with the right gear, the right mindset, and the right Mandarin, you can make the most...
The Great Beijing Ice Cream Quest
Blessed be thee, o glorious summer. Greek mythology used to chalk the arrival of spring and summer to Persephone’s annual return from the Underworld...
It's Time To Sort Out Summer Camp Plans
Summer is a time for adventure, growth, and endless fun. Whether it’s exploring the great outdoors with the family with the help of our #Kidventures ...
Three Refreshing Cocktail Recipes To Enjoy Now Temps Are Rising
The weather so far this year in Beijing has been a little wacky to say the least. However, it looks like summer is now starting to arrive, with...
Solar Terms 101: Free Sauna Everyone, Dashu is Here!
The traditional Chinese lunar calendar divides the year into 24 节气 jiéqì solar terms based on seasonal changes and natural phenomenon. They play an...
Cool Off With These Easy Chinese Summer Recipes
With the temperatures already reaching ungodly heights, there's no better time to start adding cooling Chinese summer drinks and snacks into your...
How to Pull Through The Dog Days of Summer
Since early July, we have officially been in the 三伏天 sān fú tiān or "dog days in summer" season, which lasts until mid-August and coincides with the...
Beijing’s Best Beer Gardens and Courtyards
Beijing has plenty of terraces and rooftops to enjoy a day or afternoon in the sun, as you might've guessed from our recent rooftop series – it's got...
Mandarin Month: Your Summer Essentials Chinese Phrases
It’s that time of the year again when we can (almost) stop worrying about smog and start worrying about sweat beads streaming into our eyes and...
Cool Off With These Pools, Water Parks and Pool Parties in Beijing
Summer heat has arrived in the capital, and with temperatures hitting around 35 degrees Celsius most days, a lot of us will be looking for ways to...
Beijingers Pull on Tricks to Stay Cool in Summer
The weather has been gradually warming up these days, but have you ever wondered how locals in Beijing stay cool in the summer months? Fans Fans Fans...
Solar Terms 101: Stay Hydrated and Entertained During The Busy And Bitter Summer
The traditional Chinese lunar calendar divides the year into 24 节气 jiéqì solar terms based on seasonal changes and natural phenomenon. They play an...
Calzones, New Pizzas, a Pepperoni Crepe and More on These Summer Menus
Summer is here and for foodies in the capital, that means one thing: new summer menus! Both Gung Ho! and Panorama recently released their 2023 summer...
Solar Term 101: Chushu, It's Time to Kill the Heat
The traditional Chinese lunar calendar divides the year into 24 节气 jiéqì solar terms based on seasonal changes and natural phenomenon. They play an...